“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law.”
~ Galatians 5:22-23
Expressing kindness to others is an exceptional way in which to demonstrate the fruit of the Spirit and show forth the evidence of Christ-like character. When the sinner comes to realize just how kind God has been to them in Christ Jesus, they are compelled by sheer grace to exude kindness themselves. In many ways, the kindness shown in the life of the believer is simply a reflection of the kindness God has granted them. Titus 3:4-6 tells us, “But when the kindness and the love of God our Savior toward man appeared, not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to His mercy He saved us, through the washing of regeneration and renewing of the Holy Spirit, whom He poured out on us abundantly through Jesus Christ our Savior“. The fruit of kindness is not born in us; it is bestowed to us through the Holy Spirit so that kindness might be revealed by us to others.
~ apl
Prayer Life Pause: Dear Jesus, make me an example to others of the kindness You showed me in loving me, saving me, and blessing me so that I might praise You and give You the glory. In Jesus’ name, amen.
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One simple act of kindness can change the trajectory of someone’s whole day!
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Amen. And it doesn’t cost a thing to be kind. 🙂
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I couldn’t agree more that we are compelled to show kindness in the light of God’s kindness towards us. I believe Jesus’ greatest act of kindness was in these words, “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.” Luke 23:34. It’s easy for anyone to be kind to their family, their friends, and even strangers at times. But the realest power of kindness is that which we bestow upon our enemies, and it’s also the hardest type of kindness to display. Lord, help us.
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Amen, while we were sinners, Christ died for us. What kindness!
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